Four UPDF senior officers charged over alleged fuel diversion scandal
Four senior officers of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) have been charged before the General Court Martial in Makindye over allegations of diverting large quantities of operational fuel for personal use, in a case that has put military logistics under fresh scrutiny. The accused include Brigadier General James Barigye
Museveni leans on Church as Uganda’s transformation drive gathers pace
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has positioned the Church as a key pillar in Uganda’s development agenda, urging faith leaders to move beyond spiritual guidance and actively drive household wealth creation. In a message delivered on his behalf by State Minister for Economic Monitoring Beatrice Akello Akori, Museveni said religious institutions
China injects $1m into Uganda refugee response as fresh arrivals surge
China has injected $1 million (Shs 3.8 billion) into Uganda’s refugee response, marking a significant shift as Beijing steps directly into humanitarian support for the country’s growing influx of new arrivals. The funding, channelled through the Office of the Prime Minister and implemented by Finn Church Aid, will target vulnerable
State Names Fred Nyanzi as Witness in Case Against Mufumbiro, Eddie Mutwe and NUP Members
The State has lined up Fred Nyanzi Ssentamu, brother to National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, as a key witness in the unlawful drilling case against 21 NUP supporters. NUP spokesperson Alex Waiswa Mufumbiro is jointly charged alongside 20 others, including Edward Ssebufu, also known as Eddie Mutwe,
Ggaba Killings: Okello Denies Intent, Seeks Acquittal
The prime suspect in the Ggaba school children killings, Christopher Okello Onyum, has asked court to dismiss the murder charges against him, arguing that the prosecution has failed to prove intent in the deaths of four toddlers. Taking the stand in his defence on Friday, Okello denied responsibility for the
Makerere Admission Lists: Who got which course as Cut-Off Points Lock Out Top Students
Makerere University has released its admission lists for the academic year set to commence in August, amid rising concern over the growing number of high-performing students missing out on government-sponsored placements. The release follows a recent meeting of the Admissions Board, which deliberated on the selection of candidates for this
Museveni Shrugs Off High Fuel Prices, Says Motorists Can Stay Home
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has brushed aside concerns over rising fuel prices, telling motorists who cannot afford to drive to simply stay at home, while signalling that leisure travel is not a government priority. Speaking at the Africa We Build Summit 2026, Museveni said his recent discussions with William Ruto
Admission List: Makerere, Public Universities Shut Out Top Performers
Several high-performing students have been denied admission to Makerere University and other public universities, Daily Star has learned, raising concerns over the growing competitiveness of government-sponsored placements. The exclusion comes despite strong performances in the most recent Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) examinations, where many candidates posted top grades.
Okello Has Case to Answer in Ggaba Child Killings Case
The High Court has ruled that Christopher Okello Onyum, the prime suspect in the Ggaba children killings, has a case to answer. The ruling was delivered by Justice Alice Komuhangi Khauka, who noted that the prosecution had closed its case after presenting evidence against the accused. “The prosecution produced 17
End of an Era: Eight Deaths Cast Shadow Over 12th Parliament
With just three weeks remaining to the end of its five-year term, the 12th Parliament of Uganda has been marked by a series of painful losses, with at least eight legislators dying while still in office. The deaths, caused by a mix of gun violence, complications from minor surgeries, high
